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Opening of the Birkenhead docks and parks 1847
Opening of the Birkenhead docks and parks. The park was designed by Joseph Paxton and opened on the 5th April 1847 as the first publicly funded civic park in Britain. Date: 1847
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1847 Birkenhead Civic Docks Opening Parks Paxton Wirral
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 24.5cm (15.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This image marks the historic opening of Birkenhead Docks and Parks on the 5th of April, 1847. Located in Birkenhead, Wirral, this was the first publicly funded civic park in Britain, making it a significant milestone in the country's landscaping history. Designed by the renowned architect and horticulturist Joseph Paxton, the park showcases his innovative and visionary designs that seamlessly blend nature and architecture. Paxton, who is also famous for designing the Crystal Palace for the Great Exhibition of 1851, brought his expertise and creativity to Birkenhead, creating a space that offered respite and relaxation to the local community. The park features meticulously planned gardens, serene lakes, and picturesque walkways, all set against the backdrop of the bustling Birkenhead Docks. The opening of the park was a grand affair, with thousands of people flocking to witness the occasion. The event was celebrated with speeches, parades, and various other forms of entertainment, reflecting the community's pride and excitement over this new addition to their town. This photograph is a testament to the forward-thinking vision of the local authorities and the transformative power of beautiful public spaces. It encapsulates the spirit of progress and innovation that characterized the mid-19th century in Britain, making it an invaluable historical record and a source of inspiration for generations to come.
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